From Everest Ezihe, Owerri
Following the level of insecurities experienced in Imo State of recent, the Nigerian Army has promised to restore nightlife and security of lives and properties of the people in the state.
The Commander, 34 Artillery Brigade of the Nigerian Army, Obinze, Brig-Gen. Usman Lawal, made the promise during the inauguration of a Joint Night Patrol Task Force in Owerri.
The inauguration was attended by Commanders and heads of Security Agencies in the state.
Lawal, who spoke on their behalf, said that there had been a rise in the spate of crime and criminality within Owerri Metropolis and its environ hence the need to curb the trend.
The commander reiterated that the Joint Night Patrol Teams would bring the expertise, dedication and unwavering resolve of soldiers, ratings, airmen, policemen and personnel of other security agencies to the safety and security of lives and property of citizens of the state.
He, however, warned that personnel involved in the joint night patrols must remain professional and build the much needed trust from the people, adding that any form of indiscipline would not be tolerated from the patrol teams.
Governor Hope Uzodimma, represented by the Commissioner for Homeland Security and Vigilante Affairs, Dr Ugorji Okechukwu Ugorji, stated that the resolve of the security agencies to establish a Joint Night Patrol Task Force was a welcome development that would ensure safety of lives and property.
He said that the professionalism shown by the security agencies brought about the peace so far enjoyed in the state.
